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All the United States Michigan Ishpeming

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Ishpeming

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Ishpeming, Michigan

Updated April 4, 2024

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aka Da Yooper Tourist Trap, aptly named

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Da Yoopers Tourist Trap

A comedy troupe's collection of bizarre humor.
B Shaft Obelisk

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Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum

Egyptian Revival obelisks still rise over the old mine shafts.

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Jasper Knob

A small mountain made entirely of banded iron stone overlooking downtown Ishpeming.
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The Superior Dome

As its grandiose name implies, this wooden dome is unsurpassed in size.
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Lakenenland

Large one-man sculpture park in Michigan.
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